General sense of destructive:
* Destructeur/Destructrice: This is the most direct translation, meaning "destructive" as an adjective.
* Destructif/Destructive: This is another common translation, especially in formal writing.
More specific meanings:
* Dévastateur/Dévastatrice: This translates to "devastating" or "ravaging" and emphasizes the extent of the destruction.
* Nuisible: This translates to "harmful" or "damaging" and implies a negative impact.
* Destabilisateur/Destabilisatrice: This translates to "destabilizing" and refers to something that disrupts a system or balance.
Examples:
* Une force destructive: A destructive force
* Un comportement destructeur: Destructive behavior
* Un incendie dévastateur: A devastating fire
* Des pesticides nuisibles: Harmful pesticides
The best translation will depend on the specific context and the intended meaning.